Blue Larkspur (Delphinium nuttallianum)
Botanical Illustration
1905
25.0 x 18.0 cm
Mary Vaux Walcott (1860 – 1940)
Mary Vaux Walcott (1860-1940): Amerikanische Künstlerin & Naturforscherin, berühmt für ihre Aquarellstudien von Wildblumen – die "Audubon der Botanik"! Entdecken Sie ihre Werke.
The painting Blue Larkspur (Delphinium nuttallianum) by Mary Vaux Walcott is a stunning example of botanical art. Created in 1905, this watercolor on paper piece measures 25 x 18 cm and is currently housed at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. The painting showcases two blue flowers with long stems, positioned in the center of the composition, surrounded by a white background.
The Artist's Background
Mary Vaux Walcott was an American artist and naturalist known for her watercolor paintings of wildflowers. She has been called the "Audubon of Botany." Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Mary Vaux Walcott took an interest in watercolor painting at a young age. Her trips to the Canadian Rockies sparked her interest in geology and botanical illustration.Key Features of the Painting
The painting Blue Larkspur (Delphinium nuttallianum) is characterized by its:- Delicate color palette, featuring shades of blue and green
- Intricate details, showcasing the artist's skill in botanical illustration
- Simple yet effective composition, highlighting the beauty of the flowers
Reproductions and Prints
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- Titel: Blue Larkspur (Delphinium nuttallianum)
- Künstler: Mary Vaux Walcott
- Jahr: 1905
- Originalmaße: 25.0 x 18.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Urheberrechtlicher Status: Gemeinfreiheit
- Schöpferische Phase: Early 20th Century
- Farbpalette: Monochrome
- Schlagworte: early 20th century art , 1905 wildflower art , botanical watercolor
- Farbton: Green Spectrum